Ashland AVE over N Br Chicago River

Fair Condition90 years old26,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateIllinois
CountyCook
Location2201 N & 1600 W
CarriesAshland AVE
CrossesN Br Chicago River
Coordinates41.92267, -87.66846

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length392.7 ft (119.7 m)
Max Span232.0 ft (70.7 m)
Deck Width84.0 ft (25.6 m)
Deck Area3064.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1936 (reconstructed 1993)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic26,200 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number016600200000000

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